HOLMIUM OXIDE Extra Pure

HOLMIUM OXIDE Extra Pure

Synonyms : Holmium(III) oxide; Rare earth

SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking

1.1 Product identifier
Chemical Name : HOLMIUM OXIDE [holminium (III) oxide]
Catalogue No. : AL2416 Product form : Substance
CAS Number : 12055-62-8 EC Number :
Grade : EC Index Number :
Chemical Formula : Ho2O3 HSN Code : 28469090
Synonyms : Holmium(III) oxide
Chemical Structure :
1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Use of the substance/mixture : Industrial. For professional use only.
Uses advised against : No additional information available
1.3 Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
Company identification : Address:- 102, B wing, Savgan Heights, RTO Lane,
Andheri (W), Mumbai-400 053
Maharashtra, India.
1.4 Emergency Contact Details
Phone / e-Mail : Phone : +91 22 26317055
Mobile : +91 9820385757
e-mail : info@alphachemika.co.in

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Classification according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 [CLP]
Not classified see section 16
Classification according to Directive 67/548/EEC or 1999/45/EC
Not classified
Adverse physicochemical, human health and environmental effects
No additional information available
2.2 Label elements
Labelling according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 [CLP]
No labelling applicable
2.3 Other hazards
Other hazards : No additional information available

SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients

3.1. Substance
Name : HOLMIUM OXIDE 99.9%
CAS No. : 12055-62-8
Full text of R- and H-phrases: see section 16
3.2. Mixture
Not applicable

SECTION 4: First aid measures

4.1 Description of first aid measures
First-aid measures after inhalation : Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a
POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.
First-aid measures after skin contact : Gently wash with plenty of soap and water. Get medical advice/attention.
First-aid measures after eye contact : Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present
and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
First-aid measures after ingestion : Rinse mouth.
4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Symptoms relating to use : No additional information available
4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
General information : No additional information available

SECTION 5: Fire-fighting measures

5.1 Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media : Water spray. Foam. Dry powder. Carbon dioxide.
Unsuitable extinguishing media : Do not use a heavy water stream.
5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Special procedures : No additional information available
5.3 Advice for firefighters
Protection during firefighting : Do not attempt to take action without suitable protective equipment.

SECTION 6: Accidental release measures

6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
6.1.1. For non-emergency personnel
Emergency procedures : Evacuate unnecessary personnel.
6.1.2. For emergency responders
Protective equipment Use personal protective equipment as required
Emergency procedures Ventilate area.
6.2 Environmental precautions
Avoid release to the environment.
6.3 Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
Methods for cleaning up : Collect spillage. On land, sweep or shovel into suitable containers. Soak up spills
with inert solids, such as clay or diatomaceous earth as soon as possible.
6.4 Reference to other sections
Reference : No additional information available

SECTION 7: Handling and storage

7.1 Precautions for safe handling
Precautions for safe handling : Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
Hygiene measures : Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or smoking and when leaving work.
7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Storage conditions : Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
7.3 Specific end use(s)
No additional information available

SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection

8.1 Control parameters
No additional information available
8.2 Exposure controls
Hand protection : protective gloves
Eye protection : Chemical goggles or safety glasses
Skin and body protection : Wear suitable protective clothing
Respiratory protection : Wear respiratory protection

SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties

9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Physical state : Solid Colour
Colour : Yellow powder.
Odour : No data available
Odour threshold : No data available
pH value : No data available
Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1) : No data available
Melting point : 2360 °C
Freezing point : No data available
Boiling point : 3900 °C
Flash point : No data available
Auto-ignition temperature : No data available
Decomposition temperature : No data available
Flammability (solid, gas) : No data available
Vapour pressure : No data available
Relative vapour density at 20°C : No data available
Density : 8.4 g/cm3
Solubility : Water: Insoluble in water
Log Pow : No data available
Viscosity, kinematic : No data available
Viscosity, dynamic : No data available
Explosive properties : No data available
Oxidising properties : No data available
Explosive limits : No data available
9.2 Other information
No additional information available

SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity

10.1 Reactivity
No additional information available
10.2 Chemical stability
No additional information available
10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions
No additional information available
10.4 Conditions to avoid
Direct sunlight.
10.5 Incompatible materials
No additional information available
10.6 Hazardous decomposition products
No additional information available

SECTION 11: Toxicological information

11.1 Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity : Not classified
Skin corrosion/irritation : Not classified
Serious eye damage/irritation : Not classified
Respiratory or skin sensitisation : Not classified
Germ cell mutagenicity : Not classified
Carcinogenicity : Not classified
Reproductive toxicity : Not classified
Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) : Not classified
Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) : Not classified

SECTION 12: Ecological information

12.1 Toxicity
Toxicity information : No additional information available
12.2 Persistence - degradability
Persistence - degradability : No additional information available
12.3 Bioaccumulative potential
Bioaccumulative potential : No additional information available
12.4 Mobility in soil
Mobility in soil : No additional information available
12.5 Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
No additional information available
12.6 Other adverse effects
Environmental precautions : No additional information available

SECTION 13: Disposal considerations

13.1 Waste treatment methods
Additional Info : No additional information available

SECTION 14: Transport information

In accordance with ADR / RID / IMDG / IATA / ADN
14.1. UN number
UN-No. (ADR) : Not applicable
UN-No. (IMDG) : Not applicable
UN-No. (IATA) : Not applicable
UN-No. (ADN) : Not applicable
UN-No. (RID) : Not applicable
14.2. UN proper shipping name
Proper Shipping Name (ADR) : Not applicable
Proper Shipping Name (IMDG) : Not applicable
Proper Shipping Name (IATA) : Not applicable
Proper Shipping Name (ADN) : Not applicable
Proper Shipping Name (RID) : Not applicable
Transport document description (ADR) : Not applicable
Transport document description (IMDG) : Not applicable
Transport document description (IATA) : Not applicable
Transport document description (ADN) : Not applicable
Transport document description (RID) : Not applicable
14.3. Transport hazard class(es)
ADR
Transport hazard class(es) : Not applicable
IMDG
Transport hazard class(es) : Not applicable
IATA
Transport hazard class(es) : Not applicable
ADN
Transport hazard class(es) : Not applicable
RID
Transport hazard class(es) : Not applicable
14.4. Packing group
Packing group (ADR) : Not applicable
Packing group (IMDG) : Not applicable
Packing group (IATA) : Not applicable
Packing group (ADN) : Not applicable
Packing group (RID) : Not applicable
14.5. Environmental hazards
Dangerous for the environment : No
Marine pollutant : No
Other information : No supplementary information available
14.6. Special precautions for user
- Overland transport
No data available
- Transport by sea
No data available
- Air transport
No data available
- Inland waterway transport
No data available
- Rail transport
No data available
14.7. Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL 73/78 and the IBC Code
Not applicable

SECTION 15: Regulatory information

15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
15.1.1 EU-Regulations :
No REACH Annex XVII restrictions
HOLMIUM OXIDE 99.9% is not on the REACH Candidate List
HOLMIUM OXIDE 99.9% is not on the REACH Annex XIV List
15.1.2. National regulations
Germany
12th Ordinance Implementing the Federal Immission Control Act - 12.BImSchV : Is not subject of the 12. BlmSchV (Hazardous Incident Ordinance)
15.2 Chemical Safety Assessment
No additional information available

SECTION 16: Other Information